No system predicts three independent dice. A sound approach reduces poor decisions and protects your budget.
Updated 12 February 2026
Small and Big each win in 105 of 216 outcomes when triples are excluded, or about 48.61%. At the usual even-money payout, the house edge is roughly 2.78%. This is generally lower than many dramatic areas of the table.
Two Sic Bo tables may pay differently for the same total or triple. Compare before playing. A better payout improves theoretical return but guarantees nothing over a short session. Never mistake a large price for a likely result.
Set an entertainment amount, a duration and a small fixed stake. Do not double after losing: a martingale rapidly increases exposure without changing the odds. Stop at your limit. Dice have no memory.
With three dice, central totals can be formed in more ways. A total of 10 or 11 has 27 combinations out of 216, whilst 3 or 18 has only one. The paytable reflects that rarity.